The essence of color theory is all about how colors interact with one another and in this lesson we will focus on five classic color pairing schemes and how they play out in the Color Theory yarn palette. We will again use the 12 color wheel to examine these relationships.
Read MoreWith the launch of my new Color Theory yarn in collaboration with Lion Brand rapidly approaching, I thought it would be fun to put together a series of lessons that help explain the meaning of color theory and how to apply it when selecting a combo …
Read MoreI couldn't think of a better way to end the year than with the launch of my much anticipated winter collection along with six beautiful new colors of Hue + Me. It was such a pleasure to create yet another …
Read MoreWhether you're outside under the night sky or inside atop the couch or your favorite reading chair, the Stargazer Throw is the dreamiest blanket to cozy up with. A simple crochet stitch creates this mesmerizing pattern that differs slightly on …
Read MoreQuick, easy, and striking. Those are three of my favorite attributes when it comes to designing, and the Kaleidoscope Poncho has them all! This classic poncho …
Read MoreCrochet is usually king when it comes to bags and totes, but who says knitting can't have a seat at the table? With a couple specific design choices, a knit bag can be just as functional and dare I say, more chic, than a crochet …
Read MoreIt might be sweater season, but it's also definitely blanket season! October is my favorite month of the year and for me it evokes apple and pumpkin picking, cozy vibes, knitwear, and snuggling up to watch scary movies. I really wanted …
Read MoreI've waited all year to design this bag, and I couldn't wait to get started on it as soon as there was a hint of fall in the air. I had planned to whip it up early in the year when the cold weather was still hanging around, but spring projects (and then …
Read MoreSometimes when I'm designing a new piece, even if I love it, there's still some uncertainty of how successful it will be ... and sometimes I just know it will be an instant hit. The latter is definitely the case with my newest pattern, Le Bateau Sweater! This crewneck pullover is serving up quintessential French sailor vibes …
Read MoreHands down the number one selling pattern I've ever designed is the Autumn League Pullover. At the end of last year I designed a sister pattern called the Winter League Pullover, and now I'm back with a new member of the family - the Summer League …
Read MoreWe've been hit with some pretty extreme heat this summer, and it's had me reaching for the lightest, tiniest articles of clothing I own. Since designing my Polished Collection this spring, I've been super into warm weather knits and can't seem to make …
Read MoreSummer is upon us and with restrictions lessening in the US, I am excited to spend more time outdoors - beaches, parks, and lakes here I come! My favorite crochet projects are always bags, and the idea of going on more day trips got me super excited to create …
Read MoreAs the warm weather starts to trickle in, it's time to set aside the chunky yarn and pick up some spring/summer projects! I'm thrilled to be back with another eight piece seasonal …
Read MoreStarting in January 2021, the first of 12 afghan square designs will begin the journey of the Traveling Seasons Afghan and travel to a new designer every month, spanning across the U.S. and Canada. Each designer will create a 13" x 13" square, designed with …
Read MoreIs there any better project than a big cozy blanket in the middle of February? I think not. I've been craving simple, meditative projects lately to keep me grounded and entertained, and blankets tend to be my go-to when I'm in that mood.
Read MoreFebruary is what I would call blanket season. The festive feeling of winter has usually long been forgotten and we are left with cold, dreary weather (at least in the northeast US where I am!) and still quite a ways until spring. In a typical year …
Read MoreWhen I began developing Hue + Me with Lion Brand Yarn a year ago, one of the designs at the top of my list was a bulky weight version of the Autumn League Pullover - a personal and fan fave. If you asked me to name my top three designs of all time, it is definitely in the mix …
Read MoreI can’t say that I’m normally drawn to lacy or frilly lines and aesthetics, but the beautiful warm tones of the Hue + Me palette were just begging to be used in something delicate …
Read MoreMy latest Lion Brand collab is a little outside the box of my usual aesthetic, but it’s just what my fall/winter wardrobe needed to bring a little joy and playfulness. Inspired by …
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